I was diagnosed with tongue cancer after visiting the dentist and this diagnosis was confirmed 2nd October after a biopsy. I am being admitted into hospital for a partial glossectomy to remove the tumour and flap from my forearm will be used to reconstruct. I'm also going to undergo a neck dissection and a decision about radiotherapy or chemo will be made within two weeks. I can't tell you how scared I am but I guess most of you already know the feeling. As a teacher I'm probably more terrified about the after effects on my speech than anything. Part of me wants Monday over and done with and part of me dreads Monday's arrival. It will be the last time I look and sound like me!